Despite the tight security and air of secrecy around the Three Lions’ training base here north of Paris, Mirror Sport can reveal Hodgson has planned two changes from the side which started last Thursday’s 1-0 win over Portugal – with widemen Sterling and Lallana in for Jamie Vardy and James Milner.

IN: Raheem Sterling is back in the line-up on the left of an attacking trident (Image: Getty)

IN: Lallana will be on the other side of that front three, supporting Harry Kane (Image: The FA via Getty)

OUT: Football of the Year Vardy is going to have to settle for an impact-sub role (Image: Andy Stenning/Daily Mirror)

Hodgson has decided to select all five of his Tottenham players in the same roles they have at their club – meaning Alli will set up as the most advanced of England’s midfield three – in the No 10 role, which allows him to link up with Harry Kane, who will lead the line.

Record goal-scorer Rooney’s spot in the line-up was under serious threat and got debated by Hodgson and his coaching staff – but the 30-year-old will start against Russia, while knowing his place is by no means secure for the duration of the tournament.